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Kidtoberfest 2013- Saturday, October 12
March 15, 2013

SAVE THE DATE!  Kidtoberfest 2013

Saturday, October 12 from 10:00-3:00 p.m. Oskaloosa's Penn Central Mall

2013 Southern Iowa Fair
September 19, 2012

The "One and Only" Southern Iowa Fair will occur on July 15-20, 2013 in Oskaloosa.  Click this link to find the most current schedule.

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4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event Information
April 5, 2013

Do you have an outfit or garment that you've purchased, made or found at a garage sale that you'd like to talk about with a judge?

Then you should take part in the 4-H Clothing Event!  Click the photo for more information.

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Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification Friday, April 12
April 2, 2013

Join us on Friday, April 12th from 1:30-3:30 pm for your last chance to get your recertification.  Training will be held at the Mahaska County ISU Extension and Outreach office 212 North I Street. Cost is $20.00

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Unlocking Social Security Tuesday, April 9
March 28, 2013

Do you know there are over 80 different ways for you to recieve your Social Security? Join us Tuesday, April 9 from 12-1:30p.m. or 6:00-7:30p.m. Cost is $5.00 which includes a light meal.  Pre-register for your spot today by April 5th by calling 673-5841!

Upcoming 4-H Workshops
March 21, 2013

Find out about the different workshops to be offered to 4-H members and their friends! Cost is free for most workshops, but please read the descriptions thoroughly as some workshops require supplies to be purchased and brought by the participants. RSVP is required.

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4-H Cooking Day
March 7, 2013

Any 4-H'er in 4th-12th grade is invited to take part in the 4-H Cooking Day on Saturday, April 20 at the Oskaloosa Middle School Family & Consumer Science Kitchen.  You may make any recipe that is not allowed to be exhibited at the Southern Iowa Fair (recipes must be pre-approved).  Cost is FREE and you will be able to earn a ribbon/premium for taking part in the event.  Only open to the first 8 who register, so register ASAP!

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Family Storyteller- 6 week series starting March 12
February 19, 2013

"A child's literacy and language skills represent the single best indicator of futrure school success" Join ISU Extension and Outreach staring Tuesday March 12 from 5:30-7:30 at the Oskaloosa Public Library for an interactive, fun, and engaging 6 week series! Registration is required, so reserve your spot today!

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Iowa 4hOnline Help Sheets
February 1, 2013

Are you trying to figure out how to re-enroll or enroll in 4-H using 4hOnline?
Are you looking for your projects page in your 4hOnline account?
Are you a leader looking for help with Leader Login and Reports in 4hOnline?
Are you a 4-H Family looking for help with logging in for Animal ID?
            Check this out!

Poultry Update 2013
January 29, 2013

If you plan to exhibit Poultry at this year's Southern Iowa Fair, please check out this link to read the new rules and class changes

Beginning Gardening Classes
January 4, 2013

Mahaska County Master Gardeners are offering classes for beginning gardeners this February!

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Take Control of Your Money Online Course- IT"S FREE
November 19, 2012

If you are looking for ways to improve your finances, this FREE online course is for you!

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OskyBots FIRST Lego League
November 8, 2012

The OskyBots FIRST Lego League (FLL) is for any youth in 4th-8th grade.  They meet at the YMCA in Oskaloosa weekly to gain teamwork, communication, and leadership skills and knowledge in engineering, computers, and Lego Mindstorms Robotics.  The members work with adult and youth volunteer coaches to gain skills needed to build and program their own Lego Robot.  Members do all of the hands-on work and take ownership in their roles.  They learn about gracious professionalism and will compete at regional and/or state events.

The UPDATED 4-H Project Guide is HERE!
September 5, 2012

If you are:
    thinking about joining 4-H,
    new to 4-H
    are confused about 4-H,
    or all of the above, you should definitely check out this updated Project Guide.
 

4-H Volunteers Needed!
August 27, 2012

If you're interested in being a 4-H Superintendent or Volunteer Leader, check out this page!

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Helping Children Live Through a Divorce
May 2, 2012

How parents handle their divorce affects how well their children will adapt to life with mom and life with dad. This Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach examines what parents can do to help their children live through divorce.

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Home Buyer Education ONLINE!
May 2, 2012

Are you planning to purchase a home?  Would you like to know more about the home buying process?  If so, you should check out A Place of Your Own.

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Food Preservation and Canning Website
May 1, 2012

Website for the National Center for Home Food Preservation

Scholarship & Grant Information
October 27, 2006

Are you a High School Senior or Current College Student looking for a little extra school funding?
Are you a group looking for some funding for a project?
Then you're in the right place!

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